​Business Department Courses

This introductory accounting course is important for any student interested in managing a business, becoming an entrepreneur or studying business in college in the future. It introduces students to the basics of financial statements and bookkeeping methods that are universal for all businesses, while utilizing simple math and learning business world protocols and language. Students will learn industry relevant accounting principles for a service business organized as a sole proprietorship or a partnership. Students will be introduced to QuickBooks Pro automated accounting. At FRHS: 9th graders are strongly recommended to take Intro to Business before Accounting 1.

This second-level accounting class goes beyond what is learned in Accounting 1 by introducing students to special journals, preparing payroll and payroll taxes, corporate accounting, and accounting for a merchandising business. QuickBooks Pro automated accounting will supplement every chapter in the textbook. Students completing this class will be prepared to be an entry-level bookkeeper or data entry clerk. At FRHS: Students will have the opportunity to earn a National Bookkeeper Certification.

This advanced accounting class is ideal for anyone wishing to major in accounting in college or run a small business. Students will learn advanced accounting concepts such as inventory control, depreciation of assets, and accrued revenue and expenses. Students completing this class will be fully prepared for accounting in college and could articulate to higher level accounting classes at the community college level. QuickBooks Pro will be integrated throughout the class.1920 Business EconomicsCredits: 5Prerequisites: NoneMeets requirement(s): EconomicsOpen to Grades: 10, 11 & 12

Students will learn and be able to use economic thinking, problem solving, and logic in solving business problems and analyzing current topics. This course emphasizes the role of free markets in determining economic well-being. Students will learn the fundamentals of microeconomics including Supply, Demand, and Pricing along with the basics of macroeconomics: Monetary Policy, Fiscal Policy, Money Supply and the role of government in stabilizing and growing an economy. This course offers students the opportunity to apply what they learn through interactive projects and group assignments. This course meets the PSD graduation requirement for Economics.This class is also available as part of the Ridge WRX program.

1910 Law and JusticeCredits: 5Prerequisites: NoneMeets requirement(s): ElectiveOpen to Grades: 9, 10, 11 & 12The law touches all of our lives in some way! Business Law provides an opportunity for the student to learn about our legal system and laws that apply to the student's life within his/her community. A major purpose of this course is to help the student recognize and avoid legal difficulties in business dealings and to seek professional counsel when needed. This course articulates to Front Range Community College see instructor or counselor for more information. At FRHS: This class will prepare students interested in extracurricular mock trial competitions.1763B Business Leadership CapstoneCredits: 10Prerequisites: Business class and Business teacher approval Meets requirement(s): ElectiveOpen to Grades: 11 & 12

Advanced business students will develop their knowledge of business concepts through a wide range of activities and projects. Learning opportunities may include direct experiences such as school store operations/management, FBLA conference preparation, project and event management, and other business experiences. Both in-town and out-of-town field trips are planned for competitive events and visits to business partners. Business teacher recommendation is required for this class. At FRHS: Students will plan a March of Dimes Event, partner with the city of Fort Collins to create hundreds of kites for their annual Kites in the Park Festival, and manage the school concession stand. There may be a class fee for trips and supplies. *1771 Entrepreneurship CapstoneCredits: 10Prerequisites: Advanced Marketing and Teacher ApprovalMeets requirement(s): Elective / Personal FinanceOpen to Grades: 11 & 12

Entrepreneurship Capstone provides students a culminating experience as they to learn how to own and operate a business. Each student will design a business plan which includes developing and analyzing business concepts, sources of financing, location and competition analysis, market research, business procedures, risk management, promotional planning, and human resources management. Students will be given opportunities outside of the classroom to explore entrepreneurial opportunities and work with community members to enhance their experience is this class. This class requires participation in DECA and/or FBLA and will have a class fee* to cover membership dues.At FRHS: This course meets the graduation requirement of Personal Finance.1930 FinanceCredits: 5Prerequisites: NoneMeets requirement(s): Personal FinanceOpen to Grades: 10, 11 & 12Finance introduces students to the exciting world of money. This course will examine: the American monetary system, banking, insurance, real estate, money markets, the stock market, international banking and investment strategies. Students will learn financial concepts through the use of simulation investment planning, decision making and examination of current issues. Learn how to play the money games.This class is also available as part of the Ridge WRX program.1930CEFRCC FinanceCredits: 5Prerequisites: NoneMeets requirement(s): Personal FinanceOpen to Grades: 10, 11 & 12

Finance introduces students to the exciting world of money. This course will examine: the American monetary system, banking, insurance, real estate, money markets, the stock market, international banking and investment strategies. Students will learn financial concepts through the use of simulation investment planning, decision making and examination of current issues. Learn how to play the money games. This class articulates to Front Range College (see instructor or counselor for more information). This course meets the PSD graduation requirement for Personal Financial Literacy.1851 Introduction to BusinessCredits: 5Prerequisites: NoneMeets requirement(s): ElectiveOpen to Grades: 9, 10, 11 & 12Students will learn the basics of economics, international business management, entrepreneurship and marketing. Introduction to Business is the foundation for all other business courses offered in Poudre School District and at the post-secondary level.

In this course, you will use best practices in business communication, including letters, electronic communication, written reports, speech, and interpersonal communication. Résumés, application letters, blogs, email, and social media are also covered.1750 Computer ApplicationsCredits: 5Prerequisites: NoneMeets requirement(s): ElectiveOpen to Grades: 9, 10, 11 & 12

This course introduces computer concepts and components as well as application suite software and the internet. Includes hands on experiences with word processing, spreadsheets, databases and operating environments. In addition to application software, students in this course will work collaboratively with their classmates using web-based applications.1750CEFRCC Computer ApplicationsCredits: 5Prerequisites: NoneMeets requirement(s): ElectiveOpen to Grades: 9, 10, 11 & 12

Learn to market products and services. This exciting class explores the concepts of advertising, display, salesmanship, and the marketing concepts of product, price, place, and promotion. Student-oriented activities include computer simulations, development of products, group activities, and individual projects. Open to any student who wants to be challenged by the fundamentals of marketing.​At FRHS: Involvement in DECA is highly recommended.1790 Advanced MarketingCredits: 10Prerequisites: Marketing and Teacher Approval. DECA membership is requiredMeets requirement(s): Elective / EconomicsOpen to Grades: 10, 11 & 12

This project based course allows students to develop and demonstrate management level marketing skills. The primary focus is on the principles and practices of marketing research; including creating research design, data collection and interpretation, and communicating the results. Students will choose a business to complete a market research project for which will include a persuasive presentation. DECA membership is required. At FRHS: There is a course fee for this class.*1763CEFR Marketing LeadershipCapstoneCredits 10Prerequisites: Advanced Marketing or Entrepreneurship Capstone and Teacher approvalMeets requirement(s): ElectiveOpen to Grades: 11 & 12

Advanced marketing students will develop their knowledge of marketing concepts through a wide range of activities and projects. Learning opportunities may include direct experiences such as school store operations/management, DECA conference preparation, project and event management, and other marketing experiences. Both in-town and out-of-town field trips are planned for competitive events and visits to business partners. Marketing teacher recommendation is required for this class. At FRHS: There is a course fee for this class.*

Explore the intriguing world of sports and entertainment from the perspective of marketing. The areas this course will cover include review of basic marketing principals, marketing college and professional sports teams and venues, marketing products through sports and entertainment, entertainment marketing, sports marketing plans, sponsorship proposals, and career opportunities with the sports and entertainment industries. Learning activities will include simulations, current and real-life events, individual and group projects and presentations. ​8188CEFRHS Social Media MarketingCredits: 5Prerequisites: NoneMeets requirement(s): ElectiveOpen to Grades: 10, 11, 12​Teaches students how to use social media as a business strategy, and covers how to match that strategy with the goals of the business. This course addresses current trends, ethics, regulations, legal challenges, strategy, content development, and change management. This course helps students develop a better understanding of how marketing with social media is similar to and different from traditional marketing and how to best use online methods to further business goals.

5417 World Literature 10 PBLCredits: 10Prerequisites: Introduction to Business (Marketing strongly recommended)Co-requisite: Also must be co-enrolled in Advanced Marketing (10 credits)Meets requirement(s): Language Arts (10 credits for World Literature 10 PBL) Open to Grades: 10, 11, 12​This 10th grade project based English course is a year-long literature survey class that will be presented in a blended learning format. The class covers research, terminology, vocabulary building, test taking strategies, and presentation techniques. The course is written to Common Core standards and will challenge students to critically think about literacy and project-based learning. Students will involve themselves in self-assessment as well as in teacher guided practice and assessment throughout the class. The literature of the class includes selections from Nobel Prize in Literature and Pulitzer Prize winners and demonstrate advanced level communication skills. The primary focus is on the principles and practices of research, including creating research design, data collection and interpretation, and communicating the results. Students will utilize a project of their choosing to complete to demonstrate proficiency in the English 10 standards.